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Closed	7:30 am 6:15 pm	7:30 am 6:15 pm	7:30 am 6:15 pm	7:30 am 6:15 pm	7:30 am 6:15 pm	8:00 am 4:30 pm
Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

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My Credentials

I completed my undergraduate degree in microbiology and immunology in 1981. I attended the University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry from 1981-1985 and completed an additional year of residency training in contact lens and binocular vision in 1986.

My Practice Philosophy

I believe complete eye care includes not only ocular health, but health in general. There are many medical conditions which can affect changes in the eye’s health as well as vision, including hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, fibromyalgia, etc. I enjoy helping patients with their vision, giving them full options in decision-making for their care.

Why I Chose Optometry?

As long as I can recall, I have always been interested in science and healthcare. As an undergraduate at UC Berkeley I realized that being available for “any time of the night” care (as in being on-call) did not match my need for sleep for me to be at my optimal performance levels either for schoolwork, sports, or anything else. Realizing that, I began exploring alternatives in healthcare other than becoming a physician. Optometry, having a 4-year School right on campus, seemed like a perfect fit for me. Becoming an Optometrist would allow me to continue my education in science and healthcare, and Optometrists don’t need to share call! What a great way to be able to serve people and provide healthcare without losing sleep! I thoroughly enjoyed graduate school, engrossing the next five years in developing skills and friendships.

Why do I Like Practicing at Kaiser Permanente?

I have practiced in a multi-disciplinary environment since completing my Optometric education in 1986 and have enjoyed that mode of practice immensely. I am able to concentrate on providing the best possible patient care without having to worry about “the bottom line”. In addition, the setting allows close communication with Ophthalmologists (with whom we have a wonderful relationship here at Kaiser Permanente Stockton!) I have learned much more about my profession being able to communicate directly with the medical doctors on a timely (often daily) basis. Practice here at Kaiser Permanente is especially important and unique in that optimal care for patients is only “a walk away” between departments, be it Ophthalmology (for eye-related issues), primary care (general health concerns like blood sugar or blood pressure) or any other discipline the patient may need direct and quick access to. Also, providers here are good at completing the “circle of care” by letting me know how patients are progressing with their care, and that too, allows me to continue my education. One other wonderful reason for practice at Kaiser Permanente is the organization’s commitment to community and provision of healthcare to underprivileged via outreach programs and Neighbors in Health which I have participated in since moving here to Kaiser Permanente Stockton in 1998.

On a Personal Note

I grew up in the South Bay Area and after graduating from UC Berkeley (‘twas a long time to be in one place!), with a B.A. (Bachelor of Arts Degree) in Microbiology and Immunology, B.S. (Bachelor of Science Degree) and O.D.(Doctor of Optometry Degree) in Optometry, I moved to Sacramento to begin the next stage in my life…independence (and responsibility for paying off those student loans!). Outside of work, I spend as much time as possible with my husband, daughter and son – going to basketball games (I’m the “team mom” for the JV girls), watching my son learn to golf, going out on our boat, or playing games. I also enjoy playing softball in the spring and summer. Those who see me at work also know I’m an avid King’s fan and have held season tickets for the WNBA Champion Sacramento Monarch’s basketball games for five years.

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